Wales and Lions great Barry John dies aged 79

The former Wales and British and Irish Lions fly-half died peacefully in hospital, his family announced.
Barry John has died in hospital in Cardiff at the age of 79 (PA)

Barry John has died in hospital in Cardiff at the age of 79 (PA)

Sun, 04 Feb, 2024 - 17:20
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Wales rugby great Barry John has died at the age of 79.

The former Wales and British and Irish Lions fly-half died peacefully in hospital, his family announced.

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